Rio Rancho voters to consider public safety bond

Brittany CostelloMarch 05, 2018 06:52 PM

RIO RANCHO, N.M. -- March 6 is Election Day for many communities around New Mexico. In addition to a number of other items on the ballot, Rio Rancho will be asking residents to fund a $4.1 million bond.

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The bond will go toward the replacement of fire and police vehicles and equipment. Rio Rancho Police Captain Ron Vigil said all of which are essential for daily operations.

The bond would increase property taxes for residents. The city estimated it would cost $25 for a home valued at $100,000.